During WWII every enlisted man depended on his shovel for survival. The construction of this shovel is very heavy duty. The spade is mounted with a 1/8” thick bracket with 4 heavy duty rivets. The approx. length is 28” when fully extended. The spade can be folded down to overlap the wooden handle. When folded it is 20 ½”. Every shovel is stamped US and dated. Used good condition. Here is a unique piece to add to your WWII collection.